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King Charles appeals to Congress to revive US-UK ties strained by Ukraine and Iran disputes
British monarch's unusually direct address seeks reconciliation as Trump administration focuses on Iran, sidelining Ukraine peace efforts
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- King Charles used his joint address to Congress to appeal for reconciliation between Britain and the US, calling for NATO members to show 'unwavering resolve' in defending Ukraine.
- The unusually direct remarks come at a time when the US-Israel war in Iran has opened a major rift in Trump's relationship with Starmer, curbing communications between Downing Street and the White House.
- UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell has faced difficulties speaking to the Trump administration since strikes on Iran began.
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King Charles used his joint address to Congress to appeal for reconciliation between Britain and the US, calling for NATO members to show 'unwavering resolve' in defending Ukraine. The unusually direct remarks come at a time when the US-Israel war in Iran has opened a major rift in Trump's relationship with Starmer, curbing communications between Downing Street and the White House. UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell has faced difficulties speaking to the Trump administration since strikes on Iran began.
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